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Carden Summer Academy is an exciting youth day camp for students entering 4th through 8th grade. At our Carden Summer Academy, your child will be exposed to the perfect blend of enjoyable academics and summertime fun. Surrounded by knowledgeable and passionate teachers, students will be inspired by unique classes ranging from science and exploration to moviemaking and art. We assure you that our classes will keep your child's mind active and engaged all summer long.

Classes begin at 9:00 a.m. and end at 3:00 p.m. with a break for recess and lunch. For your convenience, Morning Care will be offered from 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. and Afternoon Care from 3:00 p.m.- 6:00 p.m. by our energetic and enthusiastic staff. Session fees will include before and after day care.

10% discount off of our summer programs if registered by May 31th!

4th through 8th Grade

Classes DurationRatesDate
Espaņol En Fuego:
Immerse your child in Spanish culture for a week. Students will be introduced to the Spanish language and culture in a fun environment that focuses on games and songs. Food, culture and customs will also be covered. Habla Espanol ?

1 week $365June 21-25
Dimensions of Art in Mixed Media
Children will be given the opportunity to explore various media and techniques within, to create amazing 2D and 3D pieces of art. Class held at the Lower Campus.

1 week$300June 28
-July 1
Amazing Race
Grab a partner and race around the world using your skill and knowledge with cartography and topography to complete fun tasks and learn about the culture, politics and economies in various countries.

1 week$365July 5-9
Adventures in Writing
Got a book report to write but you hate writing? Well this class has it all. Early morning consists of expository writing and the afternoon explores the true craft and art of creative writing

1 week$365July 5-9
July 26-30
Out of this World Rocketry/Soda Bottle Science (Grade 3 -6)
Blast off into a camp filled with hands on experiments centered on aerodynamics. Aspiring young inventors will use soda bottles to contain the elements of their cosmic experiments and will count down to an actual rocket launch on the final day of class.

1 week$365
*$20 material fee
July 12-16
Creative Writing - Two Week Course
Children will learn the basic elements of storytelling through creative exercises to stimulate the brain and creative juices, and explore the many elements of creative writing, culminating in a workshop.

2 weeks$365x2July 12-23
Bread Baking and Beyond
In this class our future pastry chefs will learn the art of turning flour and sugar into a delectable treat. Students will begin with a basic bread dough and progress to muffins, pizza crusts and more. All projects must be sampled! Yum!

1 week$365July 19-23
Center Stage
Explore all aspects of Theatre Arts in this comprehensive camp. Students will learn various auditioning and improvisational techniques, acting and performing skills. For the future technician, set design, props and costuming will also be a focus. Get ready to take the stage!

1 week$365July 26-30
Digital and Video Photography
Learn how to make movies! Bring your digital camera, camcorder and your imagination to this exciting production workshop, where you'll learn the basics of digital filmmaking.

1 week$365Aug 2-6
Lego Robotics
Basic skills in building and designing Lego robots as well as how to program them are the focuses of the week. Class includes construction of individual Lego model that will be brought home.

1 week$365*
$20 material fee
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Click here to download the registration form for Carden Summer Academy and then mail or fax the completed form to our admissions office.

For more information contact:

Carden Day School: Upper Campus (4th - 8th)
1570 Alta Glen Dr.
San Jose, CA 95125

Phone: (408) 448-2700
Fax: (408) 448-4789



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